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For you have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling;

What shall I render to the Lord for all his benefits to me?

For great is his steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord !

Oh give thanks to the Lord , for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!

Oh give thanks to the Lord , for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!

My soul is consumed with longing for your rules at all times.

Take away from me scorn and contempt, for I have kept your testimonies.

My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word!

Lead me in the path of your commandments, for I delight in it.

Turn away the reproach that I dread, for your rules are good.

Behold, I long for your precepts; in your righteousness give me life!

then shall I have an answer for him who taunts me, for I trust in your word.

And take not the word of truth utterly out of my mouth, for my hope is in your rules.

and I shall walk in a wide place, for I have sought your precepts.

for I find my delight in your commandments, which I love.

Teach me good judgment and knowledge, for I believe in your commandments.

It is good for me that I was afflicted, that I might learn your statutes.

Let your mercy come to me, that I may live; for your law is my delight.

Let the insolent be put to shame, because they have wronged me with falsehood; as for me, I will meditate on your precepts.

Kaph My soul longs for your salvation; I hope in your word.